The Queen has been left heartbroken by the death of Beth, her beloved rescue Jack Russell terrier. The news was announced on the Royal family ’s official page on X, formerly Twitter, alongside a montage of images. It said: “A sad farewell to Beth, The Queen’s much-loved companion from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home who brought such joy, whether on walkies, helping on official duties or curled up by the fire.

” It is understood the dog had an untreatable tumour and had to be put down at the weekend..